Flowering Chives

Now that the warm weather has arrived, you may have noticed these delicate chives in the produce section of your local supermarket. Flowering chives are the most popular type of Chinese garlic chive - their distinctive flavor goes nicely with everything from shrimp to noodles. The yellow buds on flowering chives make an attractive garnish, and are edible. Learn more about flowering chives and the other types of Chinese chives and try several recipes, including Flowering Chives Stir-fry and Scrambled Eggs With Chives.

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